Safety Updates

Daily Safety

39 women were rescued from a downtown bar during a high-level operation. This incident highlights the risks for American tourists who frequent local establishments outside the Hotel Zone.

Daily Safety

Tourist Police and the National Guard intercepted a suspect at the southern end of the Hotel Zone, seizing a large sum of cash during a high-stakes traffic stop.

Neighborhood Guides

Intentional vehicle fires near Plaza Outlets have triggered a high-level security response. Experts analyze if this is a resurgence of cartel retaliation following the fall of 'El Mencho'.

Airport Safety

Heading to Cancun for Spring Break 2026? We analyze safety conditions following the death of El Mencho, the 10,000-troop deployment, and airport flight delays.

Hotel Zone Safety

Cancun and the Riviera Maya are under maximum alert following the death of CJNG leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes. Here is the latest on airport status, US Embassy alerts, and local safety protocols.

Hotel Zone Safety

Is Cancun safe in 2026? From the new FIFA security protocols to avoiding the 'Shark Tank' at the airport, here is the unvarnished truth from the experts who live here.

Hotel Zone Safety

Taking the R-1 bus from the mall back to the Hotel Zone? IMOVEQROO is changing bus stop locations at Plaza Las Américas. Here is where to find your ride right now.

Safety Updates

A rocky start to 2026 in the Hotel Zone. Watch the video of a New Year's Day scuffle on a Cancun bus and get our expert take on staying safe while using public transport.

Accommodations

Are Cancun’s Beach Clubs safer than the public sand? From avoiding overcharging scams to protecting your personal safety, here is the 2026 survival guide for a stress-free day

Airport Safety

Is Uber safe in Cancun for 2026? While legal, taxi drivers are known to be aggressive toward rideshare apps. Learn the 'Front Seat' rule and why you should NEVER call an Uber at the airport if you want to avoid a dangerous confrontation